You can certainly do a lot with that rear of the frame. I am sure there is enough meat there to simulate a higher palm swell as well by reducing the bottom of the bump. Bottom line is its doable with a file.

The entire time I was looking at it while sanding (a whole 5 min) I couldn't help but think that they (Beretta) could have machined a couple of rails on the sides of the rear strap to allow for changeable rear straps where the palm swell could be placed high, mid or low.

I just sanded it down... and copying the video files... will edit together and post tonight... also will take the bottom "droop" of the beavertail off.

Very well done! Are you planning to do any work to the front strap? I badly want a Vertec and I don't think I have the stones to do this myself. Want to do more?

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I checkered the front strap on this one before. Will checker the rear strap as well. Still need to decide if I want to modify the WC grips to Vertec Profile or just order Vertec grips.

I think you are true craftsman. I would never even think about doing that by hand.
I have a set of factory vertec grips I will send you if you want them. Just P.M. me.
Also a flush fit laniard loop...Vertec No Loop if you want.

I think you are true craftsman. I would never even think about doing that by hand.
I have a set of factory vertec grips I will send you if you want them. Just P.M. me.
Also a flush fit laniard loop...Vertec No Loop if you want.

Note: Wilson Combat are 0.070 wider in center than factory. About 0.035 each grip. Change the feel which I am sure you will notice. Flat vs curved

Wish I had half your talent. Thanks for sharing a unique build.

Thank you for the kind words and the offer. I already ordered Vertec grips from Beretta, have the Vertec slide and the flat bottom mainspring cap. The Vertec i shot had Beretta grips on it and they were thinner than WC, especially noticeable at the screws where the WC grips bubble out.

My thoughts on the Wilson Combat grips.
Due to the "layers" of material colors it gives a very custom look.
Only by curving and cutting through the layers can you achieve this.
If they were flat than only a single color would dominate the grip.
Would be nice if they offered factory copy or custom.

I hope all CalGunners can truly appreciate what you are doing. Most of us have to make a custom firearm with off the shelf parts.
When I read "just buy one it is easier than making one" That person does not understand the pride and joy of creating something. Just like the old days of travel pulling off the road to see what beauty the country offers between point A and B. It is not the destination but what we learned along the way.

Called Beretta and they confirmed that the Vertec grips will not fit 92FS. so this means M9A3 frame is more similar to 92FS than Vertec?

Anyway, modified the screw holes and cointersink recesses a bit making sure the grips didn't protrude past the shoulder of the frame on top. Modified all 4 holes so there wasn't a large gap at just two screw heads.

Done.

As you can see I modified all 4 holes and countersink recesses but made sure the grips still sit flush on top and bottom.